Autodynamics Hustler (Elan / VW kit car)

Okay, not quite challenge priced but I bet it would be if you offered him $2010.

Not as pretty as an Elan, but not as ugly as an Elan+2 either.

http://newhaven.craigslist.org/cto/1403159244.html

Lotus Elan-VW Kit Car - $1 (CT) Date: 2009-10-02, 5:57PM EDT Reply to: see below

1969 Hustler by Autodynamics. Replica fiberglass bodied Lotus Elan kit car on a VW beetle chassis. One of only 40 units made by Autodynamics of Marblehead, MA, best known for their Formula “V”race cars, and “Deserter” dune buggy kits. Car is complete, was previously registered and driven daily, but needs tinkering/restoration. $2600. Pics available. Call Gary 203-271-0770.

* Location: CT

Here's a photo of a similar car (NOT the car in the ad):

That car is screaming for a Locost chassis underneath it.

alfadriver wrote: That car is screaming for a Locost chassis underneath it.

Or a Subaru 2.5 in the rear.